Program Specialist II-1

Job Title

Program Specialist II-1

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Rangeland, Wildlife & Fisheries Management

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

Texas A&M AgriLife Research

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University

Texas A&M Forest Service

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

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Position Information

Responsibilities:

Educational Program Development and Delivery

• •Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive statewide Extension program addressing feral hog biology, ecology, damage assessment, population management, and control.
• •Deliver educational programs throughout Texas for landowners, agricultural producers, wildlife managers, natural resource professionals, County Extension Agents, and other relevant audiences.
• •Develop and deliver workshops, field days, demonstrations, webinars, seminars, conferences, and other educational events addressing feral hog management.
• •Identify emerging feral hog management issues and develop timely educational responses to stakeholder needs.
• •Provide technical support and subject-matter expertise to County Extension Agents and other AgriLife personnel addressing feral hog-related questions and management concerns.
• •Assist County Extension Agents in identifying local feral hog management needs and developing programs tailored to local conditions.

Applied Research and Result Demonstrations

• •Collaborate with Extension Specialists, faculty, County Extension Agents, landowners, agricultural producers, and natural resource agencies to identify priority feral hog management questions.
• •Design, coordinate, and assist with applied research projects and result demonstrations evaluating feral hog management techniques, technologies, and strategies.
• •Assist County Extension Agents in developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating local feral hog result demonstrations.
• •Collect, manage, analyze, and interpret data generated through applied demonstrations and Extension projects.
• •Translate findings from applied research and demonstrations into practical recommendations for landowners, producers, natural resource professionals, and the public.
• •Collaborate with Texas A&M AgriLife Research and other research partners to facilitate the transfer of research findings into Extension programming.

Extension Publications and Educational Materials

• •Develop, write, edit, and update Extension publications addressing feral hog management and related wildlife damage issues.
• •Develop fact sheets, technical reports, management guides, decision-support tools, presentations, curricula, and other educational resources.
• •Translate peer-reviewed research into practical Extension recommendations and educational materials.

Digital and Social Media Outreach

• •Develop and contribute science-based content for AgriLife Extension websites, newsletters, social media platforms, videos, podcasts, webinars, and other digital communication channels.
• •Work with Extension communications professionals and faculty to develop engaging content that communicates feral hog management concepts to diverse audiences.
• •Develop timely educational content in response to emerging feral hog issues, management technologies, regulatory changes, and stakeholder concerns.
• •Utilize digital technologies and innovative communication strategies to expand the reach and impact of feral hog Extension programming.

Stakeholder and Partnership Development

• •Establish and maintain productive relationships with landowners, agricultural producers, County Extension Agents, wildlife professionals, natural resource agencies, agricultural organizations, conservation organizations, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
• •Collaborate with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, USDA Wildlife Services, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute, universities, state and federal agencies, and other organizations involved in feral hog management.
• •Serve as a representative of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension at relevant meetings, conferences, workshops, field days, and professional events.
• •Identify opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration involving wildlife management, agriculture, rangeland management, water resources, economics, animal science, and other relevant disciplines.

Required Qualifications:

• •Bachelor’s degree in wildlife science, wildlife management, natural resources, range science, agricultural science, biology, ecology, or a closely related field.
• •Two years of experience in wildlife management, natural resource management, agricultural production, wildlife damage management, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• •Master's or non-thesis Masters in wildlife science, wildlife management, natural resources, range science, agricultural science, biology, ecology, or a closely related field.
• •Experience specifically related to feral hog biology, ecology, damage management, population control, trapping, or integrated wildlife damage management.
• •Experience designing, implementing, or evaluating applied field research or result demonstrations.
• •Experience developing Extension publications, peer-reviewed scientific publications, technical reports, or other educational materials.
• •Experience delivering educational programs to landowners, agricultural producers, wildlife professionals, or other adult audiences.
• •Experience working with County Extension Agents or comparable outreach networks.
• •Experience with quantitative data analysis and interpretation.
• •Experience developing educational content for websites, social media, video, webinars, or other digital platforms.
• •Demonstrated record of professional presentations, publications, or Extension programming related to wildlife or natural resource management.

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations:

Remote Pilot Certificate

Required Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• •Demonstrated knowledge of wildlife biology and management principles.
• •Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences through oral and written communication.
• •Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with faculty, staff, agents, landowners, producers, and other stakeholders.
• •Ability to organize and manage multiple projects and priorities.
• •Ability to use standard word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and online communication technologies.
• •Understanding of wildlife damage management principles and their application to agricultural and natural resource systems.
• •Ability to translate scientific information into practical recommendations for nontechnical audiences.
• •Strong organizational and project-management skills.
• •Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• •Ability to interpret scientific literature and communicate research findings accurately.
• •Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of interdisciplinary teams.
• •Ability to travel extensively throughout Texas and occasionally outside the state and work occasional evenings, weekends, and extended hours associate